"His appointment will guarantee a smooth leadership transition and stability".
But the change does not guarantee a smooth election day, as the nation's voting system remains untested for what is expected to be an unprecedented turnout.
Muqrin's position was confirmed last year by the 35-member allegiance council in a move designed by Abdullah to guarantee a smooth succession.
Finally, Michael Bloom, currently CEO, Guardian US, will leave the company to pursue other opportunities, and will stay on through to the end of January 2014 to guarantee a smooth transition.
Even that won't guarantee a smooth trip, Mr. Jurgen said, but combined with other elements of his service, it increases the chances of compatibility.
But the case of Sir Peter Davis, chief executive of Prudential, shows that even this route does not guarantee a smooth ride.
There is no obvious option to take that will guarantee a smooth ride for the FA and Capello from start to finish.
If they come up with a credible solution, it does not guarantee a smooth ride for the world economy; but not coming up with a solution guarantees an economic tragedy.
In a statement, Mr. Fresco, who will be 70 in July, said: "My desire to guarantee a smooth changeover led to my decision to move up the date of my resignation.
